Intranasal foreign bodies (FBs) occur most commonly in young children and consist of a variety of inorganic and organic objects. In most instances, the patient is asymptomatic. The majority of intranasal FBs are removed at initial presentation and do not require referral to an otolaryngologist. Button batteries and paired disc magnets can cause serious damage to nasal structures and merit urgent removal.

The diagnosis and management of intranasal FBs is presented here. FBs of the outer ear, airway, and digestive tract are discussed separately:

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